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Assam Minister Atul Bora inaugurates FPO Mela in Guwahati

Guwahati, March 17: Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora on Monday inaugurated the Farmer's Producer Organisation (FPO) Mela in Guwahati.

Assam CM reviews distribution of sanction letters for first instalment of funds to beneficiaries under PMAY-G

Guwahati, March 17: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday held a video conference meeting with the District and Co-District Commissioners at Janata Bhawan in Guwahati.

We are extremely grateful for his commitment: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on Amit Shah's visit

Guwahati, March 17: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday expressed gratitude for Union Home Minister Amit Shah's recent three-day visit to the state, during which he inaugurated a new state police training academy and discussed the implementation of three new criminal laws.

Amit Shah addresses 57th annual conference of ABSU in Assam's Kokrajhar

Kokrajhar, March 17: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday addressed the 57th annual conference of All Bodo Students' Union (ABSU) as the Chief Guest in Assam's Kokrajhar.

Without peace, we cannot think of development: Pramod Boro, Chief Executive Member of Bodoland Territorial Council

Kokrajhar, March 16: Pramod Boro, Chief Executive Member of Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), on Sunday emphasised that peace was the way to achieve development and progress.

Assam: Bagurumba dance to be showcased by 10,000 artists, says CM Sarma

Guwahati, March 17: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Sunday that the Bodo dance form 'Bagurumba' will be performed by at least 10,000 youths in Guwahati in the October month to showcase this art form to the global stage.

BTR will be transformed into a region of peace and progress: Assam CM

Kokrajhar, March 16: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said that the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) will be transformed into a region of peace and progress.

Centre will implement 100% conditions of BTR Peace Agreement in next two years: Amit Shah

Kokrajhar, March 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday, reflected on the peace established in Bodoland, since the signing of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) Peace Agreement in 2020, and assured that the Central government would implement 100 per cent conditions of the agreement to establish peace in the region.

Union Minister Amit Shah arrives in Assam to address annual conference of All Bodo Students Union

Guwahati, March 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport in Assam, on Sunday.

Amit Shah to address on fourth day of ABSU's 57th Annual Conference

Kokrajhar, March 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend a public gathering today, on the fourth and final day of the 57th Annual Conference of the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) at Bodofa Fwthar, Dotma, in Assam's Kokrajhar.

Tripura mountaineer's Everest expedition begins with cycling journey to Nepal

Agartala, March 16: In a momentous display of resilience and ambition, Assam Rifles flagged off Aritra Roy, an accomplished mountaineer from Tripura, as he embarked on an extraordinary quest to conquer Mount Everest.

CM Lalduhoma credits HM Shah for transfer of Assam Rifles' land to Mizoram govt

Aizawl, March 15: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Saturday said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah significantly supported the transfer of the Assam Rifles’ land to the state government and stated that his (Shah) name shall be remembered and engraved in the history of Mizoram.

Unity, identity, and vision take centre stage on day 3 of ABSU conference of leaders & scholars

Kokrajhar, March 15: The third day of the 57th Annual Conference of the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) at Bodofa Fwthar, Dotma, Kokrajhar, was marked by insightful discussions, competitive events, and the commemoration of the organisation's legacy. The ongoing four-day conference, scheduled to conclude on March 16, 2025, has remained a crucial platform for fostering academic excellence, leadership, and cultural identity, according to the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) statement.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah meets Mizoram Governor VK Singh in Aizawl

New Delhi, March 15: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah met Mizoram Governor General VK Singh at Raj Bhavan in Aizawl on Saturday.

Modi govt took series of steps to integrate, strengthen and develop NE states: HM Shah

Aizawl, March 15: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday here that Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union government for the last 10 years has taken a series of steps to integrate, strengthen and develop the northeastern states.

HM Shah inaugurates Lachit Barphukan police academy in Assam

Guwahati, March 15: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday inaugurated the Lachit Barphukan Police Academy in Assam's Dergaon, marking a significant step towards enhancing law enforcement infrastructure in the northeastern region.

Assam Rifles seizes smuggled foreign cigarettes worth Rs1.95 cr in Tripura's Khowai

Khowai, March 15: In a major crackdown on smuggling in the Northeast, Assam Rifles seized 195 cartons of smuggled foreign cigarettes worth approximately Rs 1.95 crore in Tripura's Khowai district, officials said on Friday.

Lachit Barphukan Police Academy to house arms simulator: CM Sarma

Guwahati, March 15: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Saturday the Lachit Barphukan Police Academy is set to house an arms simulator to prepare the forces for real-time world combat scenarios.

HM Shah begins three-day visit to Assam; likely to attend multiple programmes

Guwahati, March 14: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has embarked on his three-day visit to Assam on Friday and he is set to engage in a series of functions in the next couple of days.

Arunachal police rescue three Assam teens who boarded 'wrong' train

Itanagar, March 14: Arunachal Pradesh police on Friday rescued three teenage girls from Assam at Naharlagun railway station, near Itanagar, the police said.

50 weapons, ammunition found in joint operation by Army, other forces in Manipur

Imphal, March 14: In a series of joint search operations, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles along with other security forces recovered 50 weapons, a large cache of ammunition and war-like stores from four districts of trouble-torn Manipur, officials said on Friday.

Papon reveals the favourite food that he gorges on Holi

Mumbai, March 14: Playback singer Papon, loves gorging on “crispy, syrupy Jalebis” on the occasion of Holi. As the nation gets drenched in the colours of Holi, the singer spoke with IANS, and shared how he celebrates Holi when it comes to food.

Solar fence energized at Goalpara to secure households in human-elephant conflict situation

Guwahati, March 14: A two-kilometer-long solar-powered fence has been energized at Lahapara revenue village in Assam's Goalpara district and handed over to the local community in order to secure the lives and property of about 450 villagers from 70 households of the dominant Rabha tribe community in a human-elephant conflict (HEC) situation.

Amit Shah to visit Assam today for ABSU Conference, inauguration of police academy

New Delhi, March 14: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Assam on Friday for a series of events, including attending the Annual Conference of the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) and inaugurating the newly upgraded Lachit Barphukan Police Academy in Dergaon.

ASSAMSAT to have an array of four-five satellites: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Guwahati, March 14: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday asserted that the state will have at least four-five satellites to cover the entire state.

Guwahati gears up for a flood-resilient future: Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah unveils major urban water management plans

Guwahati, March 13: Assam Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah outlined a comprehensive roadmap on Thursday to tackle artificial floods, improve urban infrastructure, and enhance water management in Guwahati City.

Assam to give Rs 342 crore to tea workers: CM Sarma

Guwahati, March 13: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Thursday that the state government will distribute at least Rs 342 crore to provide one-time assistance to tea workers as a mark of recognition towards their tireless efforts in making tea industry a backbone of the state.

Annual conference of Bodo students body commences in Kokrajhar; HM Amit Shah to be present on March 16

Kokrajhar, March 13: The 57th annual conference of the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) commenced at Bodofa Fwthar, Dotma, Kokrajhar, with a series of inaugural ceremonies honouring key figures and institutions.

Union Home Minister to visit Assam & attend programmes, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Guwahati, March 13: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Thursday that Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit the state from March 14 to 16, to inaugurate and attend several programmes.

Assam CM's Rs 10,000 promise to empower women SHG members to become a reality on April 1

Guwahati, March 13: The Assam government will start disbursing Rs 10,000 to each woman in self-help groups from April 1, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma told reporters Thursday.

Assam, Dept of Biotechnology sign MoU for Centre-State partnership under BioE3 policy

Guwahati, March 13: The Assam government and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) Policy for Centre-State partnership to accelerate high-performance biomanufacturing while fostering a sustainable biotechnology ecosystem in Assam.

India's tea exports surge to 10-year high

New Delhi, March 13: India's tea exports touched a 10-year high at 255 million kg in 2024 despite the uncertainties in the global market triggered by geopolitical tensions, data compiled by the Tea Board of India shows.

HM Shah to formally shift Assam Rifles complex in Aizawl to Zokhawsang on March 15

Aizawl, March 12: The much expected shifting of Assam Rifles establishments from Aizawl to Zokhawsang would be formally accomplished by Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his visit to Mizoram on March 15, an official said on Wednesday.

More than 3 crore domestic tourists visited Assam since 2021: CM Sarma

Guwahati, March 12: Assam has witnessed a significant boost in tourism in recent years, with over 3 crore domestic tourists visiting the state in the last four years, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Wednesday.

Assam: Indian Army organises boxing tournament in Tinsukia

Tinsukia, March 13: The Indian Army, in coordination with the Assam Amateur Boxing Association, conducted the Tinsukia Boxing Tournament from March 11-12.

Assam CM meets EU Ambassador to India, discusses opportunities for collaboration

New Delhi, March 12: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday met European Union Ambassador to India, Herve Delphin at the latter's official residence in the national capital.

BioE3 Policy: DBT partners with Assam to foster sustainable biotech ecosystem

New Delhi, March 12: The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and the Government of Assam signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) Policy, said the Ministry of Science & Technology on Wednesday.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa chaired conference of District Commissioners and Co-District Commissioners

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